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klutz Definition

☆ klutz (kluts)

noun

  1. a clumsy, awkward person
  2. a stupid or dull person

Etymology: < Yiddish klots, lit., wooden block, beam < MHG; akin to cleat, clod

klutz Related Forms
klutz′i·ness noun klutz′y adjective
klutz* Synonyms

klutz*

n.

clod, fumbler, dolt, oaf; see bungler, fool 1.

klutz Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • absolute: Unless we are paraplegic, an absolute klutz or have just smoked far too much cabbage, getting dressed is a cinch.

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